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Illustrative image (Courtesy of AFD in Vietnam) The European Union (EU) and France, through the French Development Agency (AFD), recently offered 20 million EUR (23.6 million USD) in aid to Vietnam to help improve resilience, water and natural resources management . On May 11, Ambassador of the EU to Vietnam Giorgio Aliberti and AFD Director in Vietnam Fabrice Richy signed an agreement to enhance cooperation to improve resilience to climate change and natural disasters in Vietnam, moving towards a “green future”. Under the agreement, the EU will provide a non-refundable aid of 20 million EUR for AFD. Via coordination with central and local authorities, AFD will call on the Water and Natural Resources Management (WARM) Facility to prepare and launch projects co-financed by AFD’s loans and Vietnam’s resources during the 2011-2029 period with total estimated capital of 200 million EUR. As planned, the WARM will back the preparation and implementation of more … [Read more...] about EU and France help Vietnam towards a green future

Hoang Quang Phong, Vice President of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry speaks at the opening ceremony of the exhibition. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The 11th Hanoi International Plastic, Rubber, Printing, and Packaging Industry Exhibition (Hanoi PlasPrintPack 2023) was opened in Hanoi on June 8, attracting 200 companies with 340 booths. The companies are from 11 countries and territories including China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan (China), Hong Kong (China), Thailand, the UK, and Vietnam. Speaking at the opening of the exhibition, Hoang Quang Phong, Vice President of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said that along with the development of the domestic manufacturing industry, the plastic, packaging, and printing industries also see rapid growth. They are supporting industries with great potential and require high-tech products, modern production processes, and management to increase competitiveness in the market. Ho Duc … [Read more...] about Over 200 companies join Hanoi PlasPrintPack 2023

Jakarta (VNA) – Indonesia is working on options to reduce the amount of transboundary haze that could affect Singapore, according to Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan. The official said on June 6 that the Indonesian authorities are looking at climate modification technology to produce artificial rain and strengthen water reserves, which could help prevent peatland fires. The ASEAN Specialised Meteorological Centre (ASMC) said on May 30 that more prolonged and intense heat waves and droughts are expected from June to October in the southern ASEAN region – which includes Singapore – with a higher risk of transboundary haze and fires. Meanwhile, Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency has forecast the risk of forest fires to rise when Indonesia enters the dry season that began in April. However, Luhut affirmed that the Indonesian Government has proactively taken measures to minimise the impact caused by the … [Read more...] about Indonesia works to prevent haze from spreading to Singapore

The Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla) is chairing the 2023 ASEAN Coast Guard Forum in Jakarta from June 6-9 (Photo: antaranews.com) Jakarta (VNA) - The Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla) is chairing the 2023 ASEAN Coast Guard Forum in Jakarta from June 6-9 to discuss cooperation in protecting waters from various threats, including illegal fishing. Speaking at a press conference on June 7, head of Bakamla, Vice Admiral Aan Kurnia said that the forum aims to establish cooperation to maintain security and stability in ASEAN. He noted that it also encourages information sharing, coordination, and joint training among its member countries. The forum also aims to build trust among coast guards in Southeast Asia. Running in Jakarta from June 6-9, the forum is being attended by representatives from seven ASEAN member countries, namely Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, the Philippines, Brunei, Cambodia, and Indonesia, which is chairing the forum for the … [Read more...] about ASEAN discusses maritime protection

Vietnamese track-and-field athletes at 12th ASEAN Para Games.(Photo: hanoimoi.com.vn) Phnom Penh (VNA) – As of 9:30 pm on June 7, the Vietnamese delegation bagged 58 gold, 49 silver, and 74 bronze medals, ranking third in the medal tally after Indonesia and Thailand at the 12th ASEAN Para Games in Cambodia. Notably, on June 7 alone, swimmers Trinh Thi Bich Nhu brought home three gold medals and Vi Thi Hang, two. From the start of the Games, Vietnamese swimmers have won 25 gold medals and set six new records. A swimming event at 12th ASEAN Para Games (Photo: VNA) Also on the day, Vietnamese track-and-field athletes bagged 10 gold medals. In addition, the chess team also brought home two more golds in the individual and team standard events. The Vietnamese sports delegation to the event consists of 164 members, including 122 athletes, who are competing in eight out of the 13 sports at the tournament, namely track-and-field, swimming, weightlifting, badminton, table … [Read more...] about ASEAN Para Games 12: Vietnam bags 58 gold medals

Swimmer Vo Thanh Tung. (Photo: VNA) Phnom Penh (VNA) - Vietnam bagged 36 gold, 35 silver and 56 bronze medals, ranking third in the tally as of 21:15 on June 6 - the third official competition day of the 12th ASEAN Para Games that is taking place in Cambodia . On June 6, Nguyen Van Hung obtained the two golds for the best weightlifting performance of 155kg and a total weight of 458kg after three successful lifts in the men’s 72kg event. The athletics team also secured an additional five golds on the day thanks to the outstanding performances of Vo Van Tung, Truong Bich Van, and Trinh Cong Luan. In track-and-field , Nguyen Ngoc Hiep and Nguyen Khanh Minh finished first in the men’s 400m T11 and 400m T12 events, respectively, to bring home gold medals. In the afternoon, swimmer Trinh Thi Bich Nhu earned a gold medal in the 200m individual medley SM6 . After the three competition days, Indonesia now ranks first in the medal tally with 92 golds and a total of … [Read more...] about ASEAN Para Games 12: Vietnam ranks third after three competition days

Several enterprises in the northern region of Vietnam have decried repeated power outages after a region-wide electricity cut paralyzed their production activities. A representative of state utility Vietnam Electricity (EVN) said that power would be cut in the region by up to 30 percent. According to a representative of an apparel firm active in Viet Hung Industrial Park in Ha Long City under Quang Ninh Province, the firm’s production was in a turmoil due to unstable power supply. Power outages have forced the company to constantly run its own generators, leading to a surge in production costs, the representative said, adding that the firm might halt operations if the blackout continues. “Due to global economic difficulties, we have adopted various measures to secure orders to maintain work for over 1,000 employees, but massive power outages have prompted us to use generators,” said the representative. However, it is hard to lengthen the situation, the representative added. … [Read more...] about Companies in northern Vietnam voice outcry over power cut

Packages of fresh sugarcane are transported for export to the US. — VNA/VNS Photo Thanh Hai The northern province of Hoa Binh announced the second batch of 18 tonnes of fresh sugarcane bound for the US at a ceremony on Wednesday. After successfully exporting the first consignment of 20 tonnes of fresh sugarcane to the US in March this year, the province’s agricultural sector has actively worked to seek inroads into the international market for local agricultural products. Director of the province's Sub-Department for Quality Management of Agro-Forestry and Fisheries Products Nguyen Huu Tai said that sugarcane grown in Hoa Binh is well known in the domestic market. The plant grows well in the province thanks to favourable soil and weather, and can bring high economic value. The two export batches were the result of months of negotiations between Tien Ngan Company and a US partner. The company expects to ship between 300-500 tonnes of fresh sugarcane to several countries this … [Read more...] about Hoa Binh Province ships second batch of fresh sugarcane to US

Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City is expected to serve 150,555 flights and up to 23.9 million passengers in the summer’s peak season from June 1 to August 15. Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City is expected to serve nearly 24 million passengers in the summer's peak season. (Photo: VNA) The figure represents an increase of 6.64% in the number of flights and 7.6% in the number of passengers compared with the same period last year. A representative of Tan Son Nhat International Airport said the airport has prepared plans to meet the high demand. Accordingly, all units have been asked to pay attention to monitoring the flight schedule, frequency and density of flight operations in each time frame and arrange personnel to ensure airport services. They have been required to devise a plan to prevent flooding as well as how to handle it in case bad weather affects flights, the representative said. The airport also arranges … [Read more...] about Tan Son Nhat Airport prepares for summer peak season

A part of Melbourne City in Australia. Vietjet has offered a comprehensive insurance package for passengers on all international flights. — Photo courtsy of Vietjet Vietjet has offered a comprehensive insurance package Sky Care for passengers flying with the airline on all international flights from June 6 to increase the wonderful experience on international flights across five continents. These international routes connect Viet Nam and Kazhakstan, Australia, India, South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan (China), Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. With Sky Care insurance package, passengers are fully insured on the entire flight journey with benefits including reimbursement of medical expenses incurred due to accidents or illnesses (including COVID-19), flight-related problems (including flight delay, baggage delay, baggage loss or damage, lost travel documents), and global travel and medical support services 24/7. The total value of insurance benefits is up to … [Read more...] about Vietjet offers Sky Care travel insurance on all international flights